Come listen to Orson Scott Card, the winner of the 2008 Margaret A. Edwards Award honoring his outstanding lifetime contribution to writing for teens for his novels Ender’s Game and Ender’s Shadow. The annual award is administered by YALSA, the fastest growing division of ALA, and sponsored by School Library Journal magazine. Join us for lunch and listen to Orson Scott Card speak about his writing.<BR>

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Come listen to Orson Scott Card, the winner of the 2008 Margaret A. Edwards Award honoring his outstanding lifetime contribution to writing for teens for his novels Ender’s Game and Ender’s Shadow. The annual award is administered by YALSA, the fastest growing division of ALA, and sponsored by ''School Library Journal'' magazine. Join us for lunch and listen to Orson Scott Card speak about his writing.<BR>

'''Tickets:''' $59<BR>

'''Tickets:''' $59<BR>

Event Code: YA3<BR>

Event Code: YA3<BR>

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'''Michael L. Printz Program and Reception'''<BR>

'''Michael L. Printz Program and Reception'''<BR>

Monday, June 30, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm<BR>

Monday, June 30, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm<BR>

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The Michael L. Printz Award is an award for a book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature. The annual award is administered by YALSA and sponsored by Booklist magazine. Come listen to the winner, Geraldine McCaughrean for her novel The White Darkness and honor book authors Judith Clarke for One Whole and Perfect Day; Stephanie Hemphill for Your Own, Sylvia: A Verse Portrait of Sylvia Plath; A.M. Jenkins for Repossessed; and Elizabeth Knox for The Dreamquake: Book Two of the Dreamhunter Duet speak about their writing, followed by a dessert reception.<BR>

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The Michael L. Printz Award is an award for a book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature. The annual award is administered by YALSA and sponsored by ''Booklist'' magazine. Come listen to the winner, Geraldine McCaughrean for her novel ''The White Darkness'' and honor book authors Judith Clarke for ''One Whole and Perfect Day''; Stephanie Hemphill for ''Your Own, Sylvia: A Verse Portrait of Sylvia Plath''; A.M. Jenkins for ''Repossessed''; and Elizabeth Knox for ''The Dreamquake: Book Two of the Dreamhunter Duet'' speak about their writing, followed by a dessert reception.<BR>

'''Tickets:''' Advance: $29. Onsite: $35<BR>

'''Tickets:''' Advance: $29. Onsite: $35<BR>

Event Code: YA5<BR>

Event Code: YA5<BR>

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As of 2/22/08

ALA

ALA/ProQuest Scholarship Bash
Saturday, June 28, 7:00 until parks close
Grab your Mouse Ears, we’re going to the Disneyland® Resort! Every year the ALA Scholarship Bash is a rousing good time and this year will be no different, as the Bash heads to Disney’s California Adventure® Park and Disneyland® Park for a magical night. Your ticket will be valid at one of the parks (see page 6 of Preliminary Program for details). Don’t delay and get your tickets early!! Remember, proceeds go towards MLS scholarships!Tickets: Advance: $40. Onsite: $45
Event Code: AL1

Inaugural Banquet
Tuesday, July 1, 7:00 pm – 12:00 am
Join us for the Inaugural Banquet to honor incoming president Jim Rettig and the Division Presidents- Elect on Tuesday, July 1st, 2008 at 7:00 pm. Attire for the evening is Black Tie or Cultural Dress. Make sure to buy your tickets in support and celebration of Jim Rettig’s Presidency.Tickets: $89
Event Code: AL2

Libraries Build Communities
Friday, June 27, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Participate in this day-long service effort to help local libraries and the community. Exact jobs to be determined as we work with the Anaheim Public Library and community service groups. All participants will be notified in advance of the various projects and be able to pick the one in which they wish to participate. Your registration fee will be contributed to local library funds. Lunch, transportation, and a participation T-shirt are included.Tickets: $10
Event Code: AL3

ALA-APA Angels Reception: Celebrating Five Years of Progress
Friday, June 27, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
The ALA-APA is celebrating its 5th anniversary by honoring the people and organizations that have helped it grow and flourish over the last five years. Come celebrate our past achievements and be a part of our bright future. ALA-APA was established to certify individuals in specializations beyond the initial professional degree and support of pay equity initiatives to improve the salaries and status of librarians and other library workers.
Speakers: Michael Golrick, emceeTickets: Advance: $25. Onsite: $30.
Event Code: AP1

Orientation for Chapter Leaders
Saturday, June 28, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Chapter Relations Committee
This workshop includes information on: financial management of associations; how to further your commitment to diversity in your association; how chapter councilors work for the chapters; navigating your way through ALA. Join the “hot topic” discussions on board meetings, budgets, conference planning, diversity, legislative issues in Chapters, membership and working with staff. This event requires advance registration and includes a full breakfast. No onsite registration.Tickets: ALA Member: $45; Non-Member: $65.
Event Code: CR1

Many Voices, Many Nations: Anaheim
Friday, June 27, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Diversity
Presenting a special Many Voices event showcasing Native voices and respecting the presence of indigenous nations as sovereign nations, brought to you with support from ALA President Dr. Loriene Roy. Writers from across the land will weave a tapestry of spoken word expressing our varied ethnic, cultural, and lifestyle traditions while celebrating our fundamental unity within the global human family. If you’ve experienced a MVON, you know this is an unforgettable conference kick-off.Tickets: $10
Event Code: DI2

Leaders Wanted: LIS Doctoral Program Options Fair
Saturday, June 28, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
DIVERSITY
Cultivating a diverse workforce is of great importance, but representation of librarians of color in LIS education, research, and executive level administration is paramount. This Options Fair immediately follows a panel of proven and emerging leaders in LIS education and practice outlining the benefits and steps to beginning a PhD program. Don’t miss this chance to discuss opportunities and funding with Doctoral Students and Faculty from PhD programs across the country! Free lunch provided. This event is free, but registration is strongly recommended.Tickets: Free, but registration is recommended
Event Code: DI3

Coretta Scott King Book Awards Breakfast
Tuesday, July 1, 7:00 am - 9:00 am
EMIERT
Celebrate the 39th annual presentation of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards, where culturally senstitive works of African American authors and illustrators are highlighted.Tickets: $50
Event Code: EM1

Tour of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton Libraries
Monday, June 30, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
FAFLRT
Board the charter bus for a trip to Camp Pendleton. Camp Pendleton contains the largest undeveloped portion of coastline in Southern California. The ecosystem includes beaches, bluffs, mesas, canyons, mountains and Southern California’s only free-flowing river. There are more than 1,000 species of plants, fish and animals, some of which are either threatened or endangered. MCB Camp Pendleton, the Corps’ largest West Coast expeditionary training facility, encompasses more than 125,000 acres of Southern California terrain, is the largest employer in North San Diego County for more than 60 years. Bring your lunch money!Tickets: Advance: $30. Onsite: $40.
Event Code: FA2

International Librarians Reception
Monday, June 30, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
IRRT
Please join the International Relations Round Table (IRRT) in welcoming and celebrating with librarians from more than 80 countries at the ALA Annual Conference. Open to all conference attendees, this reception offers a unique opportunity to network with hundreds of information professionals from around the world. Join us for a mixing of culture and ideas, regional cuisine, hors d’oeuvres and open bar (this event is free for international librarians).Tickets: Advance: $30. Onsite: $35.
Event Code: IR2

Alternative Media Reception
Monday, June 30, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
SRRT
Join your colleagues for the annual exhibit of local independent publishers and alternative media, formerly known as the Free Speech Buffet, now in its 17th year. Browse or purchase selections focusing on local, regional and major alternative publishers that may not be found in the main exhibit hall. Sponsored by the Alternative Media Task Force. Enjoy desserts and a cash bar while you celebrate media diversity.Tickets: $15.
Event Code: SR1

AASL

AASL Awards Luncheon
Monday, June 30, 2008, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Celebrate the accomplishments of your colleagues and enjoy lunch at the presentation of the 2008 AASL Awards, including the prestigious National School Library Media Program of the Year Award. Don’t miss guest speaker Wendy Mass. Her 2003 novel, A Mango-Shaped Space, won the first ALA Schneider Family Book Award and she hasn’t looked back since. Her most recent novel for teens is Heaven Looks a Lot Like the Mall. Her next book, Every Soul a Star will be published in Fall 2008.Tickets: $49
Event Code: AA5

Newbery-Caldecott AwardsBanquet
Sunday, June 29, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Join us for this gala evening to celebrate the Newbery and Caldecott Medalists and Honorees, authors and illustrators of the year’s most distinguished books for children. Cocktails (cash bar) available prior to dinner; doors open at 6:45 pm. Tickets are $89 and will be available at the Online Registration Counter until the event is sold out, or noon Friday, whichever occurs first. No tickets will be available at the door.Tickets: $89
Event Code: SC2

ALTA

Specialized Outreach Services (SOS) Luncheon: “Failure is Motivating, Success is Paralyzing” - Directors working with Staff co-hesively
Sunday, June 29, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
How can Directors get the very best from their staff? This question is a 2-way street. Our speaker will give methodologies to encourage, reward, and stimulate staff to give their best. The program will give the most rigid director suggestions to aid in acceptance of employee ideas, and criticisms for better services. Our program will rejuvenate, motivate and stimulate Trustees, Directors and Staff to keep the focus which is Service, Service, Service.Tickets: $50
Event Code: AT1

ASCLA

LSSPS Annual Dinner
Sunday, June 29, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
The Libraries Serving Special Populations Section, of the Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies, is hosting its annual dinner in Anaheim. It is an opportunity to spend an evening visiting with colleagues and meet new people, over an enjoyable dinner. We will honor the ASCLA/KLAS/NOD Award recipient.Tickets: $35
Event Code: SL2

Literary Tastes: A Notable Books Breakfast
Sunday, June 29, 8:00 am - 10:30 am
RUSA CODES
Come join this annual celebration of the best writing our time. Authors have been selected from the 2008 Notable Books Council’s “List for America’s Readers,” an annual list of 25 outstanding fiction, nonfiction and poetry books for adult readers (www.ala.org/rusa). The writers will read from their work or talk about an aspect of the writing process while attendees enjoy breakfast. They will be available to sign books and for further discussion after the breakfast. Tickets are $36 per person, and are available at the Onsite Registration Counter until 11:00 am on Saturday. No tickets will be sold at the door.Tickets: $36
Event Code: RU5

YALSA

Margaret A. Edwards Luncheon
Saturday, June 28, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Come listen to Orson Scott Card, the winner of the 2008 Margaret A. Edwards Award honoring his outstanding lifetime contribution to writing for teens for his novels Ender’s Game and Ender’s Shadow. The annual award is administered by YALSA, the fastest growing division of ALA, and sponsored by School Library Journal magazine. Join us for lunch and listen to Orson Scott Card speak about his writing.Tickets: $59
Event Code: YA3

Michael L. Printz Program and Reception
Monday, June 30, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Michael L. Printz Award is an award for a book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature. The annual award is administered by YALSA and sponsored by Booklist magazine. Come listen to the winner, Geraldine McCaughrean for her novel The White Darkness and honor book authors Judith Clarke for One Whole and Perfect Day; Stephanie Hemphill for Your Own, Sylvia: A Verse Portrait of Sylvia Plath; A.M. Jenkins for Repossessed; and Elizabeth Knox for The Dreamquake: Book Two of the Dreamhunter Duet speak about their writing, followed by a dessert reception.Tickets: Advance: $29. Onsite: $35
Event Code: YA5